__________ occurs when a district's boundaries are devised to maximize the political advantage of a party or racial group.

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Gerrymandering is the practice of drawing district boundaries in a way that favors a particular political party or racial group. Redistricting refers to the process of adjusting these boundaries, while reapportionment refers to the allocation of seats in the House of Representatives based on changes in population. Ticket-splitting refers to the practice of voting for candidates from different parties in the same election. Therefore, the best choice is C) Gerrymandering.

__________ Occurs When a District's Boundaries Are Devised to Maximize